Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have written two other novels, but Starburst is the first that I decided to do something serious with. When I sat down to write Starburst, I had no idea it would turn into a series. Typing out the last pages of Starburst I realized I had so much more to say and a series was born.
Currently, I am editing Red Drug 2# in the Women of the Grey series along with writing a horror novel The Demon Dealer.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is Starburst 1# Women of the Grey. My inspiration for this series was The Leftovers by Tom Perrotta. I loved how The Leftovers had this supernatural event in it, but it wasn’t really about that. It was about the relationships and emotions people had with each other. Same thing can be said of The Walking Dead, it’s not a show about zombies it’s a show about people.
In Starburst the science fiction/horror aspect of it is the back drop. I focus on my lead character Lisa and her relationships with the humans.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I can not just sit and write for hours or word count. I write in spurts. I sit and write for about 30 minutes then get up and do something. Some times I can sit and write for a couple hours, but usually it’s small bits of time through out the whole day. Also, many of my characters have theme songs when I need inspiration I’ll listen to their song or watch the music video.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Suicide Blonde by Darcey Stienke I love her poetic style.
What are you working on now?
Currently the finishing touches of Red Drug book 2# Women of the Grey and a novel The Demon Dealer. I am also having my logo designed in preparation for my author webpage launch.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Haven’t discovered that magic yet.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Self Doubt is a monster you will have to argue with daily.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Happiness is a choice., sounds corny I know, but it’s true we can choose to live in our misery or rise above it. Some days I dwell in my misery, but I try to remember that I am choosing to do so. and that I can choose otherwise.
What are you reading now?
I mostly read non-fiction when I’m in the process of writing. Currently, it’s Writers Digest Guide to Literary Agents 2017. Lame answer, but true!
What’s next for you as a writer?
I have my notes for book 3# of Women of the Grey , plus another horror and dark fantasy novel.
If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
The Hobbit, Catcher in the Rye, Suicide Blonde, and any survival book!
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